Auto Accident Attorneys

There is a chance that you will be left with high medical costs, a decreased income, and suffering and pain in the aftermath of a car crash. The person responsible for your accident must be held accountable for these losses.

A New York City auto accident attorney can help you get the full amount of compensation for your losses. An experienced car accident lawyer can also safeguard you from unwarranted denials by insurance providers.

Distracted driving

Every driver is responsible to operate their vehicle safely and remain focused on the road. Distracted driving is a leading cause of collisions and near-collisions and can be extremely dangerous for other drivers on the road. If you have been injured by a motorist who is distracted, you could be entitled to compensation.

Distracted driving can involve eating, reaching for items in the car, engaging with passengers, adjusting dashboard controls like the radio or temperature personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup, and more. This can include eating, grabbing items in the car, interacting with other drivers and adjusting dashboard controls like the temperature or radio or personal grooming such as shaving or applying makeup, and much more.

According to research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, about 80 percent of all crashes and 65 percent of near-collisions are caused by driver distraction. Even taking your eyes off the road for five seconds at 55 mph can double your chance of being involved in a crash.

An experienced lawyer for auto accidents can assist you if you've been injured in an accident caused by distracted drivers. They can investigate your case to make the most convincing arguments in favor of full compensation. This includes covering all your current and future costs.

Car crashes

Car accidents can take on a variety of forms including simple fender benders, to devastating head-on collisions. The nature of the accident determines liability and the extent and nature of injuries to the victims and their financial losses.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) statistics driver error is the main factor in crashes involving motor vehicles. Even the tiniest distractions, such as changing radio stations, applying makeup or reading the road map, could lead to a serious accident. Other causes of car accidents are reckless driving, speeding, drunk driving, poor road conditions and weather, as well as older or inexperienced drivers.

A New York City car accident lawyer will examine your case to determine all parties responsible and determine the severity of your financial and physical injuries. They can also negotiate a fair settlement with defendant's insurer.

An experienced auto accident lawyer will help you obtain the compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses including future and past medical treatment costs and lost earnings, emotional and physical suffering, and many other damages. They can also ensure that your claim is covered by uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage, if necessary. This is particularly important if the person at fault has no insurance, or has only the minimum amount required by New York law.

Underinsured or uninsured motorists

Some drivers don't have insurance and others only have a minimal amount of insurance. It can be difficult to get compensation if an uninsured or uninsured driver causes a collision. In these instances it is essential to have a skilled lawyer working for you and the insurance company.

When the other driver's liability limits aren't high enough to pay for your losses, you may be able to file a claim under your own insurance policy's underinsured/uninsured motorist coverage. This type of coverage is usually part of an insurance policy with full coverage, and it can provide you with important protections in the event of a serious accident.

The process of making UIM/UM claims is similar to filing a traditional car crash claim. It usually involves submitting copies of your medical bills as well as automobile repair bills. The insurance company will review these documents and other documents to determine if your losses are covered by the other driver's policy.

It is essential to consult an New York City auto accident attorney as soon after the accident as you can and start a UIM/UM immediately, especially when the other driver states they do not have insurance or do not have adequate coverage. This allows your lawyer to work with the other driver's insurance provider and their own underinsured/uninsured coverage providers to get you maximum compensation for your loss.

Property Damage

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, you can get compensation through the insurance company of the party who was at the fault. Our lawyers can assist you with filing a claim in order to recover economic and non-economic damages, like medical bills and lost wages. You could be entitled to compensation for your pain and discomfort.

We will take note of all physical evidence in your case. This includes taking photos of the accident scene as well as your property and any damage, including fractured glass or dents. We will also collect any police reports or accidents as well as any information from witnesses.

The prevailing law in New York State is comparative negligence, which means that even if you're found to be partly at fault for the accident and you are found to be partially responsible, your damages will be reduced by the proportion of the liability you have been assigned. The defendant may also be found completely responsible for the accident, and therefore not entitled to any form of compensation.

Do not provide any written or oral explanations to representatives of insurance companies of the parties who are at fault since they could be used later in court to smear you. It is also crucial to visit a doctor as soon as you can following your accident, because certain injuries can take a while to show up and can be used against you if you attempt to claim compensation for your injuries later.